TOMLINSON, Marla . Habitats Big and Small: Where Animals Call Home . ISBN 9781684506897 . TOMLINSON, Marla . Squeaks and Cheeps: What You See and Hear in Animal Homes . ISBN 9781684506910 . TOMLINSON, Marla . What's Down There? ISBN 9781684506842 . TOMLINSON, Marla . Yellowstone National Park: A Natural Wonder . ISBN 9781684506835 . WILLIAMSON, Margaret . From Roots to Bloom: Plants Have a Purpose . ISBN 9781684506873 . WILLIAMSON, Margaret . From Seed to Seed: The Mighty Oak Tree . ISBN 9781684506903 . WILLIAMSON, Margaret . Gardens in the Moonlight: What Plants Do at Night . ISBN 9781684506880 . WILLIAMSON, Margaret . The World of Bamboo . ISBN 9781684506859 . ea vol: 24p. (The Decodables: Discover Plants and Animals). Norwood House . Jul. 2023. Tr $27.93. Gr 2–4— Vibrant, adorable pictures cover these titles aimed at teaching children the habits and habitats of living organisms around the world. Animals featured are made to be empathetic for readers to be able to connect human behaviors to animal ones, from crying babies to sleeping arrangements. The eye-catching photographs really draw readers in and engages them in the text to learn more about what is happening in each scene. There is a collection of plants and animals in focus in each title, which allows for increased exposure to more biodiversity. VERDICT A charming choice for animal lovers, as animals are the stars throughout. Perfect for classroom connection to nature hikes and outdoor play.